Community Briefs

Posted:
01/08/2013 01:23:58 PM MST

Student aid

Computers will be set up for Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in the lobby of the Deming High School main gym from 4:30-6:30 p.m., on Friday prior to the DHS Wildcats basketball game against Silver High.

Parents can obtain their FAFSA pin numbers if necessary. If parents have questions regarding the FAFSA application they may come visit with Academic Advisor Mrs. Perales during that time or anytime during school hours.

FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Students who plan to attend college/university, trade/vocational school are urged to apply for FAFSA.

The preferred deadline for FAFSA completion is March 1, 2013.

FAFSA applications can be completed any time during school hours with Academic Advisor Mrs. Perales at the DHS main campus. She can also be reached by calling 575-546-2678 (ext. 2780).

NARFE meets

The local chapter of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association meets at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Palma's Italian Grill, 110 S. Silver Avenue in Deming. Lunch from the menu will be available.

NARFE is an organization of current and retired federal employees and their spouses dedicated to protecting the earned income and healthcare benefits for all federal employees, annuitants and survivors. Potential members and guests are encouraged to attend. For more information, call Jim Ingram at (575)546-7092.

Republicans

The Luna County Republicans wish everyone a Happy New Year and invite you to our January meeting at 1 p.

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m. on Saturday at the Republican Headquarters, 112 E. Spruce St., in Deming.

Volunteers to help man the Headquarters are always welcome to man the phones at the headquarters. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. For more information, call 544-3160.